Where is Gallatin, Tennessee, USA?

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Where is Gallatin Located? - Gallatin is a city located in the Sumner County of Tennessee, United States. Gallatin lies between 39.9625984 Degrees North latitudes and 76.727745 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Gallatin, Tennessee

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Where is Gallatin?: The Google Map showing the location of Gallatin in the U.S. state of Tennessee.

Where is Gallatin Located?

Gallatin is a city located in the Sumner County of Tennessee, United States. Gallatin lies between 39.9625984 Degrees North latitudes and 76.727745 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Gallatin city is 44431 people and the city has a total area of 31.83 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Gallatin, Tennessee Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CityGallatin
CountySumner County
StateTennessee
State CapitalNashville
US RegionSouth
Latitude36.3884°N
Longitude86.4467°W
Elevation538 ft (164 m)
Land Area31.70 sq mi
Water Area0.80 sq mi
Total Area32.50 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)44,431
Population Density1,401 per sq mi
ZIP Codes37066
Area Code615
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC−6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code47-28280
Congressional DistrictTennessee's 6th Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Gallatin, Tennessee

  • Hendersonville, Tennessee - Southwest - 13 mi
  • Portland, Tennessee - North - 17 mi
  • White House, Tennessee - West - 15 mi
  • Goodlettsville, Tennessee - Southwest - 21 mi
  • Lebanon, Tennessee - South - 22 mi
  • Mount Juliet, Tennessee - South - 23 mi
  • Springfield, Tennessee - Northwest - 30 mi
  • Nashville, Tennessee - Southwest - 30 mi
  • Franklin, Kentucky - North - 34 mi
  • Murfreesboro, Tennessee - Southeast - 44 mi

Driving Distances from Gallatin, Tennessee

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
HendersonvilleTennessee1320 minutes
White HouseTennessee1520 minutes
PortlandTennessee1722 minutes
GoodlettsvilleTennessee2130 minutes
LebanonTennessee2230 minutes
Mount JulietTennessee2330 minutes
SpringfieldTennessee3040 minutes
NashvilleTennessee3040 minutes
FranklinKentucky3440 minutes
MurfreesboroTennessee4455 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Gallatin, Tennessee

ModeDetails
Airport NameNashville International Airport
IATA CodeBNA
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysState Route 109, U.S. Highway 31E, State Route 386 (Vietnam Veterans Boulevard), State Route 25
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo passenger rail service; nearest Amtrak station is Nashville
Local Bus/Transit ServiceWeGo Public Transit regional connections and local transportation services
  • State Route 386 provides a direct expressway connection between Gallatin and the Nashville metropolitan area.
  • U.S. Highway 31E connects the city with Hendersonville, Goodlettsville, and Bowling Green, Kentucky.
  • State Route 109 serves as a major north-south corridor linking Gallatin with Interstate 40 and surrounding communities.
  • Nashville International Airport, about 30 miles away, provides domestic and international air service.

What are top Places to Visit in Gallatin, Tennessee

Landmark NameType
Bledsoe Creek State ParkState Park
Old Hickory LakeLake & Recreation Area
Sumner County MuseumHistory Museum
Historic Downtown GallatinHistoric District
Triple Creek ParkCommunity Park
Lock 4 ParkRiverfront Park
Palace TheaterHistoric Theater
Gallatin MarinaMarina
Rose MontHistoric House Museum
Fairvue PlantationHistoric Landmark

Colleges and Universities in Gallatin, Tennessee

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Volunteer State Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeAssociate degrees, workforce training, and university transfer programs
Welch CollegePrivateCollegeChristian liberal arts and ministry education
Tennessee State University – NashvillePublicUniversityResearch, agriculture, business, and engineering programs
Middle Tennessee State UniversityPublicUniversityBusiness, aerospace, education, and research
Sumner County SchoolsPublicK–12 DistrictPublic education serving Gallatin and surrounding communities

Waterbodies in Gallatin, Tennessee

Old Hickory Lake, Cumberland River, Bledsoe Creek, Station Camp Creek, Drakes Creek, Town Creek, Mansker Creek, Caney Fork Creek

Golf Courses in Gallatin, Tennessee

Foxland Harbor Golf Club, Long Hollow Golf Course, Fairvue Plantation Golf Club, Country Hills Golf Course, Bluegrass Yacht & Country Club, The Club at Five Oaks

Gallatin, Tennessee — Key Historical Facts

  • Gallatin was established in 1802 and named after Albert Gallatin, who served as the U.S. Secretary of the Treasury under Presidents Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.
  • The city became the county seat of Sumner County and developed as an important agricultural and commercial center in Middle Tennessee.
  • Construction of Old Hickory Dam and the creation of Old Hickory Lake in the 1950s enhanced recreation, transportation, and residential development.
  • Gallatin experienced significant industrial and manufacturing growth during the twentieth century, attracting automotive, healthcare, and distribution industries.
  • Today, Gallatin is known for its historic downtown, Volunteer State Community College, lakeside recreation, and its role as one of the fastest-growing communities in the Nashville metropolitan area.

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